1978 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1978 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Versa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
